Ja Morant ‘to remain away’ for next four games, Grizzlies say
The Memphis Grizzlies point guard has been away from the team since Saturday, March 4. Danny Green comments on Grizzlies' handling of Ja Morant situationRelated stories:
ECU eliminates Tigers in semifinal of Women’s AAC Tournament
Cold shooting from the 3-point line hurt Memphis’ chances to reach Thursday’s title game.
Judge delays release of additional Tyre Nichols video footage
The 20 hours of additional video related to Tyre Nichols’ beating will no longer be released Wednesday, March 8, after a judge signed off on a motion ordering that the release be delayed.
After Tyre Nichols’ death, DOJ will create nationwide guide on special police units
The U.S. Department of Justice said Wednesday it will create a nationwide guide on special police units after Tyre Nichols’ death in Memphis.
City makes case to dismiss Alicia Franklin lawsuit
The lawsuit filed by Alicia Franklin alleges negligence by the city regarding her alleged September 2021 sexual assault by Cleotha Henderson, aka Abston.
Lawmakers delay vote on permitless gun carry for 18-year-olds amid heavy opposition
Tennessee lawmakers on Wednesday, March 8, delayed a vote on a bill that would expand permitless gun carry to 18-year-olds and allow permit holders to carry any firearms, not just handguns. No law enforcement agencies support it.
Shelby County ‘green fleet’ goals will get more specific
As a final Shelby County Commission vote nears on a move toward a “greener” fleet of government vehicles, there are a lot of questions about the county administration’s timeline for meeting its goals.
Memphis gets FEMA funds for recent winter storms
Little more than a month after rolling blackouts and a precautionary boil water advisory, severe winter weather hit Shelby County again.
County commissioners hesitant about Regional One ‘go forward’ resolution
During its committee sessions, the Shelby County Commission sent the resolution to come up with a $350 million county funding plan for a Regional One campus rebuild to a March 20 vote without a recommendation.
Memphis International Airport expects busiest Spring Break since ‘08
The peak day for this season is expected to be Friday, March 10, with more than 9,000 people projected to pass through the checkpoint.
Table Talk: Friday jazz lunch begins at Iris this week; we go to Limelight for ours
Restaurant Iris brings a New Orleans classic event to East Memphis when it starts its Friday Jazz lunch this week; our March Friday lunch is at Limelight; and Memphis Black Restaurant Week is in full swing.
‘The kids that did this to us’: Juveniles driving car crimes higher
A large part of the area’s current juvenile crime issue centers on car thefts and thefts of property from vehicles. Minor Offenders, Major Offenses No ‘more pressing’ issue in Memphis community than juvenile crimeRelated stories:
Teens involved in attempted Germantown kidnapping face additional charges
Two teens facing aggravated kidnapping charges in connection with an attempted abduction at Saddle Creek face additional offenses in separate cases.
Sale of Jerry Lee Lewis Ranch will proceed following eviction of Lewis’ son
As the sides debate who has ownership of Jerry Lee Lewis’ ranch in Nesbit, Miss., his son has been evicted from the property.
Where will Memphis land in the NCAA Tournament? Experts predict
A tracker looking at seed, location and opponent projections for the Tigers from bracketology specialists. Why Malcolm Dandridge could be Memphis’ ‘X-factor’ this postseasonRelated story:
BankPlus Amphitheater to reopen in April after $10M facelift
Better Than Ezra will headline a grand opening show as BankPlus Amphitheater christens its new season and renovated venue in April. The number of seats has more than doubled for a total of 9,800.
Showboats coach Todd Haley no longer building from scratch
On the same day tickets go on sale, the coach of Memphis’ new USFL team said he expects the product to be better than it was in the first year of the new spring league.
MBRW: Get ‘all the smoke’ at Art House Cafe
Art House Cafe in Soulsville participates in its first Memphis Black Restaurant Week, with a limited menu that includes its “all the smoke” plate with smoked wings, smoked gouda potatoes and smoked cabbage.
Kendric Davis, DeAndre Williams earn All-AAC honors
The AAC announced its all-conference team selections and award winners for the 2022-23 season on Wednesday.
Memphis on Pau Gasol’s mind as Lakers retire his jersey
Former Memphis big man has not forgotten his NBA roots.
Going remote: DittyTV strategy evolves from in-house to on-the-road
What started as a grassroots music television network in Memphis almost a decade ago grew into an international hub for Americana music. But now DittyTV plans to expand its global reach even more.
Tigers Football Insider: Key observations for spring practices
Memphis begins spring practices on March 19. Here are a few areas to pay attention to as the Tigers prepare to improve from last season.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: New eatery pops up; NBA trade deadline is here
Also happening this week: Germantown is sprucing up a park and a greenway.
winter weather City of Memphis ‘Efficient melting’ coming for Memphis on Groundhog Day
Shelby County A stable for the Sheriff’s Office mounted-patrol unit. A bomb-squad robot. A new county medical examiner.
Metro States reeling from winter storm encounter a smaller FEMA
Premium Spirit of Memphis Seeds for lawyer’s success planted when she was a child
Business
Movers & Shakers
First Horizon and Saint Francis Healthcare announce promotions and additions.
Premium Spirit of Memphis Seeds for lawyer’s success planted when she was a child
Transportation & Logistics Breeze Airways adding direct flight from Memphis to San Antonio
Premium Business Calkins: Robert Pera remains city’s best hope for keeping Grizzlies in Memphis
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Sports
Hardaway says the Tigers ‘gave one away’ against Tulane
Winning the rebounding battle, shooting more free throws than the Green Wave and having more second-chance points still wasn’t enough for Memphis to find the late-season stride it desperately needs.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Cedric Coward’s balancing act: Grizzlies rookie accepts mental, physical challenges of NBA schedule
Update Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis can’t undo early damage in heartbreaking loss to Tulane
Memphis Tigers Basketball Box Score: Tulane 78, Memphis 76
Memphis Grizzlies Ty Jerome makes a splash in Grizzlies debut, but Memphis falls to Minnesota
Food
From Cash Saver to Kroger, stores work to restock after winter storm
At area grocery stores, customer demand is high, and restocking depends on location and how products are delivered.
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: Boscos’ wood-oven shrimp
Suburbs
These Memphis-area high school football players made it to the Super Bowl
Several from the Mid-South have been center stage at the Big Game, starting with the very first one. Former Arlington High standout 'just really wants to win the Super Bowl'Related story:
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Arts & Culture
Gloria Wade-Gayles, who wrote about living near border between Black and white in 1940s and ’50s Memphis, dies
Wade-Gayles, a graduate of the LeMoyne College, died Tuesday, Jan. 27, in Atlanta. An educator, activist and author, she penned a memoir about growing up in the old Foote Homes public-housing development.
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Opinion
Opinion: Like Minneapolis, Memphis doesn’t have an ‘immigration problem’
“Introducing immigration enforcement into our neighborhoods does not make us safer; it fractures trust, drives fear underground and harms families who are already contributing quietly and faithfully to the life of this city.”
Premium Business Calkins: Robert Pera remains city’s best hope for keeping Grizzlies in Memphis
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: The NBA trade deadline looms. Will Memphis have 2 lottery picks?
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington assess the trade market for the Memphis Grizzlies as the Feb. 5 deadline approaches.
Metro The AM/DM podcast: What it’s like for athletes in the portal
Games
Daily WordRow: Feb. 1
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.